Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Spin Master
Job overview
The Senior Manager, Brand Design at Spin Master leads design innovation across multiple brands, managing internal teams and external vendors to drive brand development and market impact.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves preparing and presenting brand concepts, developing design elements like mood boards and logos, mentoring design teams, managing packaging briefs, collaborating cross-functionally, and creating marketing and digital assets.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range for New York City is $145,000 to $175,000 annually, dependent on experience and education, with comprehensive benefits, flexible work hours, and additional perks.
Experience and skills
Candidates need brand design experience and advanced skills in Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, ESKO, and Acrobat; conceptual drawing and manual illustration are a plus.
Career development
Spin Master offers growth and career opportunities, internal transfers, and a fast-paced environment conducive to impactful decision-making and advancement.
Work environment and culture
The company culture is fast-paced, hands-on, innovative, collaborative, inclusive, and committed to accessibility and diversity.
Company information
Spin Master is a leading global children's toy, entertainment, and digital gaming company known for innovation, creativity, and fun.
Job location and travel
The position is based in New York City with mention of multi-state employment and flexible work hours.
Application process
Current Spin Master employees should apply via Workday; the company provides accommodations for applicants needing assistance and only contacts those selected for interviews.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines leadership in brand design with cross-functional collaboration and innovation in a leading toy and entertainment company.
Company overview
Spin Master is a global children's entertainment company known for creating, designing, manufacturing, and marketing a diverse portfolio of innovative toys, games, and entertainment properties. Founded in 1994 in Toronto, Canada, the company has grown through successful product lines like PAW Patrol, Hatchimals, and Air Hogs, alongside strategic acquisitions. Spin Master generates revenue through product sales, licensing deals, and entertainment content distribution, leveraging its strong brand presence and creative capabilities to capture market share in the competitive toy industry.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight leadership in brand design, showcasing your ability to manage both internal teams and external vendors from concept through production at Spin Master.
Emphasize your proficiency with design tools like Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, ESKO, and Acrobat, as well as your experience in developing brand identities including mood boards, color palettes, and logos.
Apply through multiple channels including Spin Master’s corporate careers site, LinkedIn, and relevant job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current employees in Spin Master’s Brand Design or Marketing divisions on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent Spin Master product launches or expressing enthusiasm for their innovative approach to children’s entertainment and design.
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